A SUPPORT group that helps abuse survivors has raised a mighty £800 at a race night fundraiser.

Women On The Move hosted ‘A Night At The Races’ in Hamishes’ Hoose pub, Old Sneddon Street, Paisley.

Clyde 1 DJ George Bowie was compere and there were some great raffle prizes, including a meal for two and hair salon vouchers.

Mum-of-two Alma Andrews, who was among the event’s organisers, said: “The race night was very successful. We raised over £800, which is more than we thought we would.

“Women On The Move would like to thank Piero Pieraccini at Hamishes’ Hoose, organisers of the actual races, George Bowie for coming along and having the crowd in stitches and everyone who donated great prizes.

“Most of all, we want to thank all the people who came and supported us by placing lots of bets.

“We would also like to thank Theresa Pieraccini and Dorothy McPhee for always supporting us.”

Hunterhill woman Alma, 55, recently opened her heart in the Paisley Daily Express to talk about her own horrific rape experience – which she suffered when she was just a young, innocent woman in her 20s.

Alma, who has one grandchild, spoke out about her nightmare ordeal to encourage more women across Renfrewshire to seek help so they can make the move from being victims to survivors.

The Women On The Move group, which is supported by Renfrewshire Council, was launched three years ago and meets at the Glenburn Community Learning Centre, in Paisley.

Members of the group have previously had counselling with the Renfrewshire Women and Children First project, in Seedhill, Paisley, which provides support for people who have suffered rape, sexual assault, physical abuse, harassment or child sexual abuse.

Women On The Move is about boosting people’s confidence and helping them to move on.

It is hoped the group will soon be able to open its doors to more women, who must have been through the counselling process first.

l To find out more about Women On The Move call Women and Children First on 0141 887 7227.